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Seventh Moment of Silence Honors 9/11 Aftermath | Yakima News
This year, Ground Zero’s 9/11 commemoration adds a seventh moment of silence—honoring the thousands who died from illnesses caused by toxic dust and debris, a toll that now surpasses the number of victims on the day of the attacks. Over 57,000 responders and survivors enrolled in the World Trade Center Health Program have been diagnosed with cancer, nearly 7,000 have died. Advocates fought for years to recognize these long-term consequences, pushing for medical care and compensation after officials initially downplayed health risks. The new silence, set for around 12:30 PM, is a solemn…
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